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Phil Towne named new Chair of Intercultural Studies

HIU’s Pacific Christian College of Ministry & Biblical Studies proudly announces that Dr. Phil Towne has been chosen to succeed Dr. Kip Lines as the new Chair of Intercultural Studies (ICS). The Intercultural Studies program prepares students to relate to people of diverse cultures, lead them to Christ, and guide them into a relevant life. Dr. Lines served in this position with distinction for the past 5 years.

Dr. Towne recently completed his Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is also a graduate of Pacific Christian College (BA ‘98) and George Fox University. For the past six plus years Phil has been Director of SALT (School of Advanced Leadership Training) and Certificate Programs, and teaches ‘Theology of Ministry’ and ‘Pastoral Ministry 1’ and ‘Pastoral Ministry 2 Field Practicum’.